Stainless steel stove, hood, sink and shelves, which in turn sit alongside a stacked washing machine and dryer, make up this utilitarian kitchen. The kitchen is part of this unconventionally designed HDB flat.

Decked in a variety of natural materials, this apartment exudes character and understated beauty, complete with a selection of quirky decor and artwork.

This home features a singular 3m-long white console that runs the length of the open-concept living room and kitchen.

Design: Artistroom

The designer says: "She doesn't cook often and prefers to use a steam oven when she does. So there was no need for much countertop space. This open layout makes her home look bigger too."

Design: Artistroom

Packed with opulent finishes, many from e-retailer Taobao, every room in this dungeon-inspired home is an adventure in colour and one-of-a-kind style. A kitchen island and long L-shaped counter provide ample space for food preparation and storage.

Design: New Nyew

Greenery fills the interiors of this three-room HDB flat, especially in the kitchen that sits strategically next to the windows — the perfect setting for the homeowner's indoor garden.

Design: Homeowner's own

Having limited floor area did not stop homeowner Tyco from collecting, as he cleverly installed extendable poles between the walls as a way to maximise hanging space for his pots. This way, the plants are not overcrowded.

This kitchen's vibrant blue laminate and marble countertop is backdropped by champagne-tinted mirror panels. It provides an eye-catching contrast to the rough and raw surfaces of the adjacent living area.

Design: Bowerman Interior Planner

Since they shared a favourite colour between them, the owners of this two-storey condominium apartment painted their kitchen blue. The colour is also used to distinguish the different spaces of the house, as seen by the juxtaposed warm wood tones of the living room.

Design: Studio Wills + Architects

The interior designer added gold handles to contrast with the rich blue shade of the full-height kitchen cabinets.

The homeowners of this Serangoon HDB flat wanted an open-concept kitchen so non-structural walls were demolished to incorporate an island. The striking yellow hue used here also turns the kitchen into a stylish focal point of the home.

Design: The Local Inn.terior

The kitchen features a retro twist to it, thanks to the ventilation blocks and vintage-style grilles and tiles.

Stainless steel stove, hood, sink and shelves, which in turn sit alongside a stacked washing machine and dryer, make up this utilitarian kitchen. The kitchen is part of this unconventionally designed HDB flat.